Apple Releases iOS 6 Beta 3 to Developers

Apple released the third beta of iOS 6 to developers Monday. In addition to the expected bug fixes, notable features include improvements to Apple’s Maps application, Safari’s reading list, and iMessage.

MacRumors forum member gmanist1000 has compiled a list of improvements and new features that users have thus far located in the latest beta:

Improvements

Auto-Brightness increases gradually, instead of instantly.

Privacy Settings Now has Pictures Next to each Choice

Roadwork, Accidents, etc. now show information in Maps

Answer and Decline buttons are back in FaceTime when receiving a call

Maps is now showing MTA subway stops in New York City

Maps are also now showing CTA and Metra (Regional Rail) stops in Chicago

Safari has glyphs for bookmarks, reading list, and history instead of worded labels

Reading List now has a sync bar in Safari when changes are made

Satellite imagery is now working for some

Some users outside the US are reporting turn-by-turn and traffic data is now operational

iMessage on iPad Now Gives Option to Add Phone Number for Unified Messaging

Many More Cities Have 3D Models in Maps

4th Gen iPod Touch Now Has VIP Inbox

iOS 6, expected this fall alongside new iPhone hardware, has been available as a beta to members of Apple’s developer program since its official unveiling at the Worldwide Developers Conference in early June.